I know polymers don't have the warmth of carnauba wax, but I like the prolonged protection, and as far as paint sealers go, BLACKFIRE has the most positive reviews I have found thus far. Plus this package does the sealant, than the carnauba wax ontop. Sounds interesting.

QUESTIONS / ADVICE

1. the fire/ice package comes withBLACKFIRE Midnight Sun Instant Detailer, yet Todd mentioned a different BLACKFIRE detailer in some of his posts. So is this package a good deal or should I buy the sealant individually and then some different detailer and wax?

2. Do I really need to clay and polish my car before this process of sealant and wax and detail? I say this because the original wax that was on the car when I bought it at 5k miles just wore off (car has 12k miles now). I don't see swirl marks (I've been using the 2 bucket system).

Finally, I don't want to wear down my clear coat or make mistakes polishing since I have never used a machine.

On near perfect paint a light polish such as Wolfgang Paint Polish Enhancer with a mild pad will do the trick. Apply the sealant of your choice adhering to the directions on the bottle. I like to apply a nice 'nuba wax such as Pinnacle Sauvaron or Blackfire Midnight Sun over the sealant to make it shine like a mofo.

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I know polymers don't have the warmth of carnauba wax, but I like the prolonged protection, and as far as paint sealers go, BLACKFIRE has the most positive reviews I have found thus far. Plus this package does the sealant, than the carnauba wax ontop. Sounds interesting.

QUESTIONS / ADVICE

1. the fire/ice package comes withBLACKFIRE Midnight Sun Instant Detailer, yet Todd mentioned a different BLACKFIRE detailer in some of his posts. So is this package a good deal or should I buy the sealant individually and then some different detailer and wax?

2. Do I really need to clay and polish my car before this process of sealant and wax and detail? I say this because the original wax that was on the car when I bought it at 5k miles just wore off (car has 12k miles now). I don't see swirl marks (I've been using the 2 bucket system).

Finally, I don't want to wear down my clear coat or make mistakes polishing since I have never used a machine.

Thanks guys!

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1. the fire/ice package comes withBLACKFIRE Midnight Sun Instant Detailer, yet Todd mentioned a different BLACKFIRE detailer in some of his posts. So is this package a good deal or should I buy the sealant individually and then some different detailer and wa[B]x?

The detailer in that kit is designed to work with the wax (or any wax) because they it has a high concentration of ivory (pure) carnauba wax in it. I also use BLACKFIRE Wet Diamond Polymer Spray, but it is more of a spray sealant than a quick detailer.

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2. Do I really need to clay and polish my car before this process of sealant and wax and detail? I say this because the original wax that was on the car when I bought it at 5k miles just wore off (car has 12k miles now). I don't see swirl marks (I've been using the 2 bucket system).

If you don't see swirl marks, then polishing would offer little benefit to you. I would always recommend claying first.